Our Year 1 Psychology students had a fantastic trip away this week visiting Chester Zoo.
As part of their first year programme, our students are invited on to trips outside college to help with their studies to broaden their knowledge and understanding of Psychology. The topic was Primate Behaviour, and all attended a workshop – during which they were able to spend some time walking around the zoo.
Students made links back to their work on arguments for and against the use of animals in psychological research. They learnt about issues such as primate intelligence, pain and suffering, how animals can help us learn about human attachment, plus the benefits to animals in terms of conservation. Students were also able to make links forward to future topics such as evolution and social learning. A great day was had by all!
Trips out are just some of the exciting aspects of studying A Level Psychology. Are you intrigued by what causes our behaviour and what makes us who we are? A Level Psychology is a two year course which will give you the opportunity to look at some of the explanations psychologists use to understand human behaviour and experiences. Students who enjoy and successfully complete this subject typically progress onto a range of degree courses at university including Psychology, Criminology and related subjects. Click below to find out more.
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